Equipment Operator - Overburden Removal

Heritage Construction + Materials•Cloverdale, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Build your career at US Aggregates! The Equipment Operator - Overburden Removal is responsible for safely and efficiently removing soil, rock, and other materials that overlay limestone reserves within the quarry. This role operates multiple types of heavy equipment, such as, excavators, dozer, haul trucks, loaders and scrapers to support production goals, maintain proper pit geometry, and ensure that overburden stripping activities follow the mine plan. The operator plays a key role in maintaining a safe work environment while supporting overall site efficiency and compliance. Essential Functions Operate, service, and maintain various heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, haul trucks, loaders and scrapers to remove overburden according to plan Maintain proper bench heights, slopes, and pit geometry as directed by supervisors or mine planners Load haul trucks efficiently while minimizing oversize, spillage, and cycle delays Responsible for fueling, oiling, greasing equipment as well as understanding the equipment's safety manual Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment Follow all MSHA, company, and site-specific safety policies and procedures Maintain clean, stable work areas with proper berms, traffic control, and visibility Report hazards, near misses, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions immediately Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training Understand and follow all policies, procedures, and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment Ability to travel to other sites in the area as needed Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent
Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule
Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math
Working knowledge of US Aggregates Safety and Operating principles
Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping, and daily inventory
Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management, or customer
Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned
Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Must possess and exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently to get things done
Must have the ability to continuously stand or walk on level or uneven ground
Must have the ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs and work at elevated heights
Must have the ability to bend, crouch and/or kneel at the waist or knees
Must have the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry at least 50lbs
Must wear all necessary PPE and safety equipment
Must have the ability to work outside the majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions including exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather

Nice To Haves

3+ years overburden removal operations or Preferred 3+ years heavy equipment operations

Responsibilities

Operate, service, and maintain various heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, haul trucks, loaders and scrapers to remove overburden according to plan
Maintain proper bench heights, slopes, and pit geometry as directed by supervisors or mine planners
Load haul trucks efficiently while minimizing oversize, spillage, and cycle delays
Responsible for fueling, oiling, greasing equipment as well as understanding the equipment's safety manual
Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment
Follow all MSHA, company, and site-specific safety policies and procedures
Maintain clean, stable work areas with proper berms, traffic control, and visibility
Report hazards, near misses, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions immediately
Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training
Understand and follow all policies, procedures, and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment
Ability to travel to other sites in the area as needed
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.